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20020225-1. 2. VISION STATEMENT. The vision of the Greater Bridgeport Symphony is to be a premier musical organization which is artistically respected and financially secure through the development of creative programming, larger and more diverse audiences, and broadened funding bases.

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  2. VISION STATEMENT The vision of the Greater Bridgeport Symphony is to be a premier musical organization which is artistically respected and financially secure through the development of creative programming, larger and more diverse audiences, and broadened funding bases. 20020225-1

  3. MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Greater Bridgeport Symphony is to celebrate, educate, inspire, and provide excellence in musical programming in the Greater Bridgeport community. 20020225-1

  4. Founded in 1945 as a 501(c) not-for-profit organization, the Greater Bridgeport Symphony Orchestra is one of the oldest fully-professional orchestras in Connecticut 20020225-1

  5. Renowned Music Directors 1955–1965 Jonel Perlea 1947–1954 Daniel Saidenberg 20020225-1

  6. Renowned Music Directors 1972–Present Gustav Meier 1965–1971 José Iturbi 20020225-1

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  10. Van Cliburn Many famous guest artists have performed with the Greater Bridgeport Symphony. 20020225-1

  11. Isaac Stern Duke Ellington 20020225-1

  12. Itzhak Perlman Beverly Sills 20020225-1

  13. KLEIN MEMORIAL

  14. KLEIN MEMORIAL

  15. Klein Memorial Parking Lot Safe – Clean – Lighted

  16. COMMUNITY OUTREACH GBS Pops ConcertsFairfield University Campus 20020225-1

  17. Save the Date! Saturday June 29, 2009 20020225-1 18

  18. COMMUNITY OUTREACH EDUCATION 20020225-1 19

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  20. Carlson-Horn Competition for Young Instrumentalists • Sponsored by the Hersher Family Foundation 20020225-1

  21. Anita Chen Carlson Horn Winner Allison Eldredge 1986 Carlson Horn Winner Andrew Armstrong 1990 20020225-1

  22. Alexander Markov 1981 CARLSON HORN WINNER CLASSIC / ROCK – MAY 2006 20020225-1

  23. GBS Musicians to Go The GBS Musicians to Go Program presents outstanding professional musicians individually and in small ensembles for private parties, corporate functions, civic organizations, and school programs. 20020225-1

  24. The GBS Audience 14% Bridgeport 26% Fairfield 15% Stratford 12% Trumbull 7% Shelton 26% Other (includes Easton, Milford, Monroe, New Haven, Norwalk, Westport, and Weston.) 20020225-1

  25. 2008 REVENUES “Other” includes Interest Income, Fundraising Revenues, and Program Advertisements 20020225-1

  26. 2008 EXPENSES “Other” includes Contracted Services and Federal / State Taxes 20020225-1

  27. GBS Strategic Plan • Maintain High Level of Performance Standards, Artistic Quality, and Musical Excellence • Maintain the Future of the GBS through the Security and Stability of its Financial Health. • Continue Educational and Community Outreach Programs • Increase Audience Base through Strategic Partnerships and More Diverse Programming • Structure the Organization to Maximize Efforts to Support the GBS Goals 20020225-1

  28. HOW CAN YOU HELP ? The future of the Greater Bridgeport Symphony depends on increased support from individuals, corporations, and foundations. 20020225-1

  29. Join Current Sponsors Bridging the Gap between Expenses and Ticket Revenue • Bank of America • CT Commission on Culture and Tourism • Fairfield County Community Foundation • Fairfield University • Rotair Industries • Connecticut Post • General Electric • JP Morgan Chase Foundation • People’ s United Bank • United Illuminating • University of Bridgeport 20020225-1

  30. Sponsor a Concert 20020225-1 31

  31. Advertise in the GBS Program Journal 20020225-1

  32. Attend the Symphony’s Benefit Events

  33. SAVE THE DATE Sunday, May 3, 2009 “Toast to Tellalian” A Tribute to the Chairman of the Board 38 Years and Counting… A Champagne Luncheon to Benefit the GBS Brooklawn Country Club Fairfield, Connecticut 12:00 Noon

  34. Purchase Individual Tickets or a Subscription 20020225-1 35

  35. Special Privileges for Corporate Concert Sponsorship 20020225-1 36

  36. Special Privileges for Individual Contributors 20020225-1 37

  37. OTHER WAYS TO HELP • Contribute to the GBS Annual Operating Campaign • Recommend “A Night at the Symphony”to Organizations to Which You Belong • Provide a Contact Who You Believe Might Be Able to Help Us 20020225-1

  38. Greater Bridgeport Symphony www.bridgeportsymphony.org 446 University AvenueBridgeport, Connecticut 06604Tel: 203-576-0263 Fax: 203 – 367 – 0643 20020225-1

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